The Highfield offers 4-star comfort in Bradford with leisure club access, continental breakfast, and an on-site steakhouse. Close to Kirkstall Abbey and local museums.
Recent guests appreciate the spacious, clean rooms and warm hospitality, though many note the need for modern updates. The attached pub, leisure club, and convenient location add to the overall appeal for a relaxed stay near Bradford.
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The Highfield is a straightforward, family-run hotel located on Highfield Road in the Idle district of Bradford. It offers a 4-star experience with basic but clean and spacious rooms that guests often describe as dated and in need of some updating. Facilities include leisure club access with a swimming pool and sauna, alongside a continental breakfast and an on-site steakhouse pub, which receives positive remarks for its food options and friendly atmosphere.
Positioned about 2.5 miles from Frizinghall rail station and under three miles from Bradford town centre, the hotel suits visitors looking for a quieter alternative to downtown accommodation. Nearby attractions include the National Science and Media Museum, Kirkstall Abbey’s historic ruins, and Salts Mill’s art galleries and dining options, all within a short drive. Leeds Bradford Airport is conveniently reachable in approximately 16 minutes by car.
Guest reviews highlight the welcoming and helpful nature of the staff, as well as practical amenities such as tea and coffee making facilities and ample storage space in rooms. Several visitors note that while the décor and bathroom fittings could benefit from refurbishment, the overall cleanliness and comfortable beds contribute to a pleasant stay. The attached pub is valued for its selection and service, though some mention its early closing time.
As an LGBTQ+ friendly hotel, The Highfield appeals to a diverse range of travellers seeking convenient access to Bradford’s key sites while staying in a comfortable, no-frills setting. It is well suited for families, leisure visitors, and those attending events nearby, offering a peaceful base with basic amenities and easy connections to local transport and attractions.
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We stayed at the highfield hotel for 3 nights while visiting family nearby. The family room was lovely , very spacious and clean. Tea and coffee making facilities, Tv with Netflix and prime, loads of room in wardrobes and drawers to use. We had food and drinks in the highfield pub next door which was great and had a really good selection of Gluten Free options which we enjoyed. Located well 5 minute walk to cafes, supermarkets and restaurants. Staff were all friendly and helpful. When we come back we will stay here again.
A lovely warm and friendly hotel. Staff were really welcoming and nothing was too much. Rooms are basic but clean and very spacious. Plenty of storage space available too. The room had Tea/coffee facilities, clean towels. The hotel has a pub attached which also serves food which was really good. A great little place especially If looking to stay away from the town centre!
Stayed here a couple times, decent place however interior could do with an update. Swimming pool and sauna available.
I stayed at the Highfield whilst visiting friends in Bradford. It is a family run business, and I found all the members of staff to be friendly, helpful, and professional. The room I stayed in was basic(and if I'm honest, could do with sprucing up a touch), but clean. The amenities included a TV, iron and board, a hairdryer, kettle, and a selection of breakfast drinks.On site, the hotel has its own pub(also called the Highfield, not surprisingly),a diner and an excellent wellness centre. The centre includes a decent sized gym, a sauna, a jacuzzi, and a superb saltwater pool. These are all free for the hotel's guests to use. The pub was good as well, and on Saturdays, they have live acts performing. The beer was reasonably priced as well. Breakfast is served at the hotel itself and was nice. It was a pleasant change to eat scrambled eggs that actually had taste as most places these days nuke them in the microwave. There is ample parking at the hotel, and a disabled main entrance. Access to the wellness centre can also be gained from within the hotel and this is also disabled friendly. Given the price(£70 per night on average) and the location, I would stay hete again.
Stayed here for a couple of days, room was big and bed comfy could do with a little decorating to get up to date it was fine though felt like we were back in the seventies. Staff excellent and efficient friendly service, the pub next to the hotel was lovely again needs a little updating but liked it just surprised that it was closed at 9 30. Staff in the bar were very efficient and helpful friendly atmosphere great
I had a very enjoyable stay at the hotel and would book again if i come over to the UK this year sorry about my confusion with the star system i don't know why it came over as 1 star
When we arrived we thought the reception and general look of the place was dated and in need of some investment. The pub was great next door and plenty of car parking. It was a perfect location for where we wanted to be in Bradford-at an event. The room was spotless and bed comfy, facilities were great and shower was powerful and hot-great basics. On the down side the decor generally and bathroom needed refitting, the carpets and general decor in the hotel lobby and corridors needs upgrading, the reception door didn't close correctly-it was a security issue as anyone could walk in off the streets. There was a 'foisty' smell in the reception lobby. The Hotel just needed some tlc. Otherwise can't fault the value for money, comfort and a good nights sleep.
Just left after a brilliant 3 week stay at highfield.lovely comfortable room.kept clean by the staff. Very friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble.comfortable bed and nice and warm.fresh towels and toiletries when needed. Very peaceful. Thank you all so much for a pleasant stay.only gripe was could do with bigger TV. Leisure Club was brilliant.very very clean with love staff. Can't recommend you enough.we.ll be back next Feb.big thank you Annie and family
This straightforward hotel is 2.5 miles from Frizinghall rail station, 2.8 miles from the town centre and 7 miles from Kirkstall Abbey.
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